I just put together five high-end-looking pre-fall outfits from Nordstrom, H&M, and Saks—you're welcome!

      I can barely contain my excitement. Fall is nearly here, and I'm more thrilled than ever to shop for and put together outfits for the new season. While I enjoy slipping into dresses for a quick and effortless look, there’s something about mixing and matching jackets, pants, and long skirts that feels more sophisticated. With all this eagerness, I’ve been browsing my top three sites—H&M, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue—bookmarking and adding elegantly styled items to my digital cart. Although I want to keep these finds to myself, I felt I’d be doing my fellow fashion enthusiasts a disservice by holding back, so I decided to create chic outfits to welcome the early fall. I’ve done the hard work for you by curating everything you need to see. Keep scrolling to shop the five outfits that will get you just as excited for the new season as I am.

      **Outfit 1**

      (Image credit: Nordstrom)

      This polished denim ensemble can transition from the office to after-work drinks with friends. It showcases Nordstrom's new single-breasted blazer that the entire Who What Wear fashion team is raving about, a basic white tee, dark-wash straight-leg jeans, and the beloved Open Edit flip-flop kitten heels that we all can't recommend enough—they're that good.

      **Shop the look:**

      - Nordstrom Slim Fit Blazer

      - Nordstrom Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt

      - Nordstrom High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

      - Open Edit Tori Kitten Heel Sandals

      **Outfit 2**

      (Image credit: H&M; Saks Fifth Avenue; Nordstrom)

      This outfit’s foundation—the pleated skirt, short-sleeve knit, and cap-toe ballet flats—is both simple and elegant. However, adding a thin belt over the sweater, as fashionable individuals in Paris, London, and Milan are doing, lends a modern touch that feels very 2025. Trust me—don’t overthink it. Just give this styling trick a go and thank me later, especially when the compliments start rolling in.

      **Shop the look:**

      - ZARA 100% Wool Short Sleeve Sweater

      - Lands' End School Uniform Solid Box Pleat Skirt Above Knee

      - Saks Fifth Avenue Cap-Toe Leather Ballet Flat

      **Outfit 3**

      (Image credit: H&M; Saks Fifth Avenue; Nordstrom)

      Stop scrolling. I know pedal pushers can seem intimidating, but hear me out. If you pair them with an oversized jacket, like Vince's suede blazer buttoned all the way up, and a shirt or no shirt underneath, it’s an easy and flattering way to try the pant trend. Finish with pointed-toe shoes to elongate your legs and a textured bag that adds depth and interest to the outfit. I love this ensemble so much that I plan to wear it during New York Fashion Week in September.

      **Shop the look:**

      - Almina Concept Jersey Pedal Pusher

      - Tony Bianco Charlie Slingback Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pump

      - Reformation Sofia Suede Tote

      **Outfit 4**

      (Image credit: Nordstrom; Saks Fifth Avenue; H&M)

      My 62-year-old mom asked me to compile an edit of luxurious-looking fall pieces suitable for her age along with styling suggestions. This is one of the outfits I created, and as a 29-year-old, I would wear this look too. I love the collarless blazer and the striking contrast of the black and brown accessories against the light-wash jeans and white jacket.

      **Shop the look:**

      - Nordstrom Collarless Twill Blazer

      - Nordstrom High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

      - Aimee Kestenberg Unity Large Hobo Shoulder Bag

      **Outfit 5**

      (Image credit: H&M; Nordstrom; Saks Fifth Avenue)

      The trend of tying a silk scarf around your waist isn’t going away anytime soon. So, if you haven’t tried this look yet, give it a shot this fall. Choose any printed scarf and pair it with slim-fitting black trousers, a white tank top, and closed-toe kitten heels. Ultimately, you’ll achieve a look that takes just two minutes to style but appears as if you hired a stylist.

      **Shop the look:**

      - Theory Slim Fit Stretch Wool Trousers

      - Lauren Ralph Lauren Fall Roses Square Silk Scarf

      - SARTO by Franco Sarto Ryan Square Toe Pumps

      This post was initially published at an earlier date and has since been updated.